2025 Special Education Scholarships Finder
Are you a future or current college student interested in exploring special education scholarships? Trying to find ALL the different scholarships for special education to compare? You may or may not be aware that there are TONS of different special education scholarships, as well as scholarships for special education teachers AND scholarships for graduate students in special education, so it's important that you weigh all your options carefully to determine which special education scholarship is right for you. For many students, scholarships for special education students are the only way to finance college. If you are a talented special education student trying to find the best scholarships for special education majors, or special education teacher grants and scholarships, the following directory is for you! CampusReel's Scholarship Directory provides you with the most worthwhile special education scholarships, scholarships for graduate students in special education, scholarships for special education masters programs, special education scholarships for undergraduates, and any other scholarships for special education we think you should know about. We suggest that you look through all of the special education scholarships listed below, and make a list of the pros and cons of each. Once you have identified the four or five special education scholarships best suited to your specific needs, it's time to sit down with your family and counselor to determine which to apply to.
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How much total award money and scholarships are available for Special Education students?
There are 1534 scholarships totaling $57,610.00 available to Special Education students. You can easily browse through all 1534 scholarships below.
How many scholarships are available for Special Education students?
1534 are available for Special Education students.
How can you get Special Education scholarships?
Each scholarship has different criteria and requirements for applicants. You can easily browse the each Special Education scholarships by clicking to view its details. From the details page you’ll be able to find the application link.
Class of 1962 Scholarship
Sponsor:
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA in major courses and must have completed 30 credits.
Deadline:
March 1
$1,500.00
Melhuish Elementary Education Scholarship
Sponsor:
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania
Applicant must have a minimum 3.3 GPA and between 64 and 95 credits.
Deadline:
May 1
$1,000.00
Gustave A. and Geraldine S. Werner Foundation Scholarship
Sponsor:
State University of New York College of Arts and Sciences at Geneseo
Applicant must be majoring in Childhood Education with Special Education.
Deadline:
February 1
$3,400.00
Walter Higbee Scholarship
Sponsor:
Black Hills State University
Applicant must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and a minimum composite ACT score of 22. Special consideration is given to applicant with disabilities and/or financial aid. The top ten finalists will be required to submit an essay.
Deadline:
None
$1,000.00
Helen K. and Robert T. Stafford Scholarship
Sponsor:
Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC)
Applicant must be a graduating high school senior from Vermont who will pursue a degree in environmental studies or special education at an accredited school approved for federal Title IV funding. Financial need and community service/involvement must be demonstrated.
Deadline:
March 3
$1,000.00
Mary Kate Carney Scholarship
Sponsor:
Bay Area Community Foundation
Applicant must be a resident of Arenac or Bay County, MI who will pursue a degree in speech/language pathology or special education. Minimum 2.5 GPA required.
Deadline:
March 4
$5,000.00
Lydia Murray Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
The Wells County Foundation, Inc.
Applicant must be a graduating senior from Bluffton High School who will pursue a career in music therapy, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, special education or speech therapy.
Deadline:
Open
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James F. Reville Scholarship
Sponsor:
NYSARC, Inc.
Applicant must be a full-time college student who is training in a field related to intellectual and other developmental disabilities in the state of New York. Must be actively involved in serving individuals who have intellectual and other developmental disabilities. Submission letter signed by the president of the local Chapter's Board...
Deadline:
January 9
$3,000.00
The NEA-Retired Jack Kinnaman Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
National Education Association
Applicants must be NEA student members, major in education and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. An essay describing activities in NEA, a brief paragraph describing financial need, two letters of recommendation and a copy of the most recent transcript are required.
Deadline:
April 15
$2,500.00
Patricia Collins Amaral Memorial Fund
Sponsor:
Bridgewater State University
Applicant must be a senior who has a minimum 3.0 GPA and who has demonstrated the finest qualities of leadership through participation in campus organizations and has rendered service of significant benefit to the campus community.
Deadline:
February 15
$600.00
Sandra Wheat Burroughs Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
State University of New York College of Arts and Sciences at Geneseo
Applicant must be enrolled in the special education with certification program and demonstrate leadership in courses.
Deadline:
February 1
$500.00
Warren L. Foster Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
State University of New York College of Arts and Sciences at Geneseo
Applicant must demonstrate a good academic record and campus involvement.
Deadline:
February 1
$100.00
Susan J. Hughes Memorial Scholarship
Sponsor:
State University of New York College of Arts and Sciences at Geneseo
Applicant must have a strong academic record and demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching and learning, advocacy for special needs students, leadership, wit, compassion, and integrity. Preference is given to applicant who plans to complete master's degree at Geneseo's School of Education.
Deadline:
February 1
$2,310.00